Art Quote by Walt Whitman
“There was a child went forth everyday, And the first object he looked upon and received with wonder or pity or dread, that object he became, And that object became part of him for the day or a certain part of the day... or for many years or stretching cycles of years...”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Leaves of Grass, 1855
Our early experiences shape our identity and linger long after the moment.
In simple terms: First impressions shape who we become.
Key Takeaway
Notice how early encounters influence you.
Themes
identity
experience
growth
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- childhood education
- first day at work
- first love
- trauma healing
Key Concepts
psychology
formation
memory
Questions to Reflect On
- Which early encounter still affects you?
- How can you reframe a painful memory?
A Different Perspective
Not all early impressions are positive; they can mislead.
![“Those [things] that we encounter for the first time immediately have a spiritual effect upon us. A child, for whom every object is new, experiences the world in this way: it sees light, is attracted by it, wants to grasp it, burns its finger in the process, and thus learns fear and respect for the…” quote by Wassily Kandinsky](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/39c/wassily-kandinsky-5828_children_those-things-that-we-encounter-for-the-f_629427.jpg)
